People We Adore: Teresa Greco

A: I’m Teresa Greco, a happiness expert, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, broadcaster, and Ph.D. candidate in transpersonal psychology. I’m also a certified life coach, meditation coach, spiritual coach, Reiki Master, and skilled channeler. As the founder of Steps to Happiness Coaching, my mission is to help make the world a happier place by guiding people home to who they truly are so they can live with authenticity, purpose, and joy.

My work blends the science of positive psychology with intuitive, heart-centered practices to help people release self-doubt, heal emotional wounds, and unlock their full potential. Whether I’m coaching one-on-one, facilitating a corporate workshop, hosting a retreat, or speaking on an international stage, I offer tools, practices, and spiritual insights that empower others to step into their light. I believe happiness is an inside job—something we remember, not something we chase—and that true fulfillment comes when we align with our highest selves.

A: My superpower is teaching—though not just in the traditional sense of a classroom. For nearly 30 years, I’ve taught in countless ways: guiding students in schools, leading educators in professional development, speaking on TEDx stages, facilitating corporate workshops, coaching clients one-on-one, and inspiring audiences through my writing and broadcasting. Teaching, for me, is about more than delivering information—it’s about sparking transformation and connection.

This superpower also serves me in a deeply personal way. I have an insatiable love of learning, and teaching allows me to live in a constant cycle of growth—where being both the teacher and the student keeps me inspired and evolving. My PhD studies, for example, not only expand my own understanding but also enrich what I can share with others. The more I learn, the more I can teach; and the more I teach, the more I’m called to learn. This cycle fuels my purpose and keeps my spirit energetic and positive.

A: My self-care rituals are a blend of practices that nourish my mind, body, and spirit. I regularly practice meditation, mindful breathing, gratitude, and yoga. I also make time for exercise, which helps me release stress and maintain my energy, and I turn to uplifting music and inspiring podcasts to keep my mindset positive and expansive.

When I need a true reset, my special place is always outdoors—walking in nature is one of my greatest joys. It clears my mind, reconnects me to the present moment, and reminds me of the beauty and simplicity of life. In nature, I find stillness, perspective, and a deep sense of peace that recharges me on every level.

I most identify with the Heart chakra because my work is rooted in compassion, connection, and helping people return to their authentic selves—everything this center represents. In my coaching, speaking, writing, and media work, I’m always focused on fostering belonging, empathy, forgiveness, and genuine human warmth, which are classic Heart-chakra qualities. When this chakra is balanced, it supports healthy relationships, generosity, and empathic attunement—the very outcomes I aim to cultivate in individuals and teams.